Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Applied GeoKinetics; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied GeoKinetics is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Irvine, CA to lead consulting and forensic projects for diverse clients in Southern California. This role demands a proactive professional with a B.S. in relevant fields, California PE license, and substantial experience in geotechnics.

Benefits

Full health coverage

Employer-matched 401(k)

Annual bonus

Paid vacation & holidays

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years in geotechnical consulting/forensics.
• Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software.
• California PE license required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert geotechnical analyses and recommendations.
• Lead site investigations and forensic failure analyses.
• Manage projects end-to-end including budget and QA/QC.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Report writing

Presentation skills

Education

B.S. in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or related

M.S. preferred

California PE license

Tools

Geotechnical analysis software

Job description

GeoKinetics — Senior Geotechnical Engineer | Irvine, CA

Be the technical leader clients rely on. GeoKinetics seeks an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to drive consulting and forensic projects for private‑ and public‑sector clients across Southern California.

Your impact

• Deliver expert geotechnical analyses and tailored recommendations
• Lead site investigations, landslide mitigation studies, and forensic failure analyses
• Manage projects end‑to‑end (scope, budget, schedule, QA/QC)
• Cultivate lasting client relationships and mentor junior staff
  

Your background

• B.S. in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or related (M.S. preferred)
• California PE license required
• 8–10+years in geotechnical consulting/forensics with proven project‑management success
• Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software, superior report‑writing & presentation skills
  

What we offer

• Highly competitive compensation
• Full health coverage, employer‑matched 401(k), annual bonus, paid vacation & holidays
• Opportunity to tackle complex, high‑visibility projects while advancing your expertise and professional reputation

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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